REP Flashcards summer exam Human Rights

Flash cars to revise on Human Rights

Q: What are human rights?

A: Basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person, no matter where they are from.

Q: Name one document that lists human rights.

A: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

Q: When was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?

A: 1948.

Q: Give two examples of human rights.

A: The right to education and the right to freedom of speech.

Q: What is the right to education?

A: Everyone has the right to go to school and learn.

Q: What does the right to freedom of religion mean?

A: You can believe in any religion or none at all.

Q: What is the right to be treated equally?

A: No one should be treated unfairly because of their race, gender, or beliefs.

Q: Can governments take away human rights?

A: No – human rights are protected, but sometimes limited in special situations (like emergencies).

Q: What is the right to safety?

A: Everyone has the right to live in safety and not be harmed or abused.

Q: What does freedom of speech mean?

A: You can share your opinions, as long as it doesn’t hurt others.

Q: What is discrimination?

A: Treating someone unfairly because of who they are.

Q: What does the right to privacy mean?

A: You have the right to keep your personal life and information private.